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MUSIC: Billy Bragg, Bridgewater Hall, Tues 25 Nov

MUSIC: Billy Bragg, Bridgewater Hall, Tues 25 Nov

HALF songwriter, half social activist, Billy Bragg has campaigned against everything from Thatcherism to the Iraq War in a remarkably enduring 25-year career.

But the one thing he’s had to battle most has stayed constant – and that’s people’s harsh preconceptions.


 

Rising young star returns

Rising young star returns

EVEN by its usually OTT standards, this latest series of the X-Factor has been excessively drama-filled.
Get your skates on then ...

Get your skates on then ...

EXPECT icy conditions in city centre Manchester whatever the weather does this Christmastime!

 

A pilgrimage for art lovers

A pilgrimage for art lovers

STEP inside the imagination of an acclaimed American artist, at an intriguing new exhibition.
A feast of festive goodies

A feast of festive goodies

MANCHESTER’S marvellous festive markets are back again – and celebrating 10 years in the business of pleasing Christmas customers.

 

 
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